PACE(r) is a program for older adults and people over the age of 55 with disabilities. PACE(r) was created as a way to provide you, your family, caregivers and professional health care provider's flexibility to meet your unique health care needs while helping you to continue to live in the community.

PACE(r) provides all the care and services covered by Medicare and Medicaid, as authorized by the interdisciplinary team, as well as additional medically-necessary care and services not covered by Medicare and Medicaid. PACE(r) provides coverage for physician visits, medical transportation, check-ups, home care, prescription drugs, hospital visits and nursing home stays when necessary. Senior CommUnity Care PACE(r) is the seventh PACE(r) program in Michigan, with over 100 PACE(r) site across the United States.

The interdisciplinary team is comprised of healthcare professionals who will provide the coordinated care you need. This team will work together with you and your family (when appropriate) to develop the most appropriate and effective plan of care to fit your needs.

Who can join a PACE(r) Plan? The following 4 criteria must be met prior to enrolling in the PACE(r):

* You are 55 years of age or older

* You live in the service are of a PACE(r) organization

* You are certified by the State of Michigan as meeting the need for nursing home level of care

* You are able to live safely in the community with the help of PACE(r) services

Sessions are FREE and open to the public! RSVP by calling Family Resource Center at 517-432-3745 or by email: frc@hr.msu.edu

Living Optimally 2015 (Formally known as Optimal Aging)

Date: Thursday, October 15, 2015

Check-in: 8:30am Program begins at 9:00am

The goal of this program is to provide our audience with real-life solutions and practical advice to age optimally. Everyone is invited; including seniors, family caregivers and community providers.

Tri-County Office on Aging - We are part of the community. We serve our neighbors, friends and family members every day. Our mission is to promote and preserve the independence and dignity of the aging population.